ArLA 2024 Annual Conference

Artificial intelligence (AI) transforms how libraries operate and serve our communities. This session, led by Leo S. Lo, Dean of the University of New Mexico Libraries and President of the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL), will explore the role of AI in academic libraries and the critical need for AI literacy among library professionals. Participants will gain insights from national surveys on AI literacy among library workers and learn about innovative upskilling programs like the GPT-4 Exploration Program.
The session will provide actionable strategies for integrating generative AI tools into library operations, enhancing staff competencies, and fostering ethical and responsible use of AI in the academic library setting. Attendees will leave equipped with knowledge and practical steps to become AI leaders in their institutions, unlocking the potential of AI to transform library services and contribute to workforce development initiatives.
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the current landscape of AI literacy among academic library professionals.
- Identify key areas for AI training and professional development within libraries.
- Explore practical applications of generative AI tools to enhance library services.
- Gain strategies for ethical AI implementation in libraries, with a focus on privacy, accuracy, and human oversight.